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NBA All-Star is fun again? First-of-its-kind format leads to surprisingly competitive event, with historic performances, happier players and fans, and…effort www.nytimes.com/athletic/704...
NBA All-Star is fun again? First-of-its-kind format leads to surprisingly competitive event
The NBA's round-robin tournament on Sunday was a true success: The players actually tried (for the most part) and the event was lively.
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February 16, 2026 at 2:15 AM
NBA All-Star is fun again? First-of-its-kind format leads to surprisingly competitive event, with historic performances, happier players and fans, and…effort www.nytimes.com/athletic/704...
NBA commissioner Adam Silver: ‘Every possible remedy’ on table to stop tanking — as in…everything @theathletic.com www.nytimes.com/athletic/704...
Adam Silver: 'Every possible remedy' on table to stop tanking
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February 14, 2026 at 10:51 PM
NBA commissioner Adam Silver: ‘Every possible remedy’ on table to stop tanking — as in…everything @theathletic.com www.nytimes.com/athletic/704...
Gambling. Racism. Gambling again. And now, alleged salary cap circumvention by the Clippers. When the NBA has problems of this magnitude, it calls the same law firm. W @mikevorkunov.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/704...
Inside the NBA’s relationship with the firm that investigates its biggest scandals
For the past two decades, when the NBA has needed a sensitive issue investigated, it's repeatedly called on the same law firm.
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February 13, 2026 at 4:13 PM
Gambling. Racism. Gambling again. And now, alleged salary cap circumvention by the Clippers. When the NBA has problems of this magnitude, it calls the same law firm. W @mikevorkunov.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/704...
When there’s somethin weird in the NBA’s neighborhood, who does the league call? Its Ghostbusters — Wachtell Lipton. Inside the NBA’s relationship with the firm that investigates its biggest scandals, w @mikevorkunov.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/704...
Inside the NBA’s relationship with the firm that investigates its biggest scandals
For the past two decades, when the NBA has needed a sensitive issue investigated, it's repeatedly called on the same law firm.
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February 13, 2026 at 2:13 PM
When there’s somethin weird in the NBA’s neighborhood, who does the league call? Its Ghostbusters — Wachtell Lipton. Inside the NBA’s relationship with the firm that investigates its biggest scandals, w @mikevorkunov.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/704...
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When the NBA has a big problem, it calls Wachtell Lipton, a major law firm in New York City. Now, Wachtell Lipton is looking into the Clippers/Aspiration allegations and gambling.
A story on the NBA's go-to problem solvers, with @joevardon.bsky.social.
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A story on the NBA's go-to problem solvers, with @joevardon.bsky.social.
A free link: www.nytimes.com/athletic/704...
February 13, 2026 at 1:30 PM
When the NBA has a big problem, it calls Wachtell Lipton, a major law firm in New York City. Now, Wachtell Lipton is looking into the Clippers/Aspiration allegations and gambling.
A story on the NBA's go-to problem solvers, with @joevardon.bsky.social.
A free link: www.nytimes.com/athletic/704...
A story on the NBA's go-to problem solvers, with @joevardon.bsky.social.
A free link: www.nytimes.com/athletic/704...
Well, the Cavs fixed their floor. After Luka Dončić’s injury, Cleveland change court due to safety concerns www.nytimes.com/athletic/704...
After Luka Dončić’s injury, Cavaliers change court due to safety concerns
After Luka Dončić injured his ankle falling off of the Cavaliers' raised court, the team and NBA said they would address the issue.
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February 12, 2026 at 7:38 PM
Well, the Cavs fixed their floor. After Luka Dončić’s injury, Cleveland change court due to safety concerns www.nytimes.com/athletic/704...
Representing one of the greatest ironies in league history, Mychal Thompson, father of one of the greatest 3-point shooters ever, is one of a handful of players to have played at least one full NBA season and made only one 3 www.nytimes.com/athletic/703...
NBA Hall of Famers. A Splash Father. Inside the single 3-pointer club
Two-time NBA champion Mychal Thompson only attempted 12 3-pointers his entire career. He made one. His son Klay has made 2,836 and counting.
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February 11, 2026 at 5:21 PM
Representing one of the greatest ironies in league history, Mychal Thompson, father of one of the greatest 3-point shooters ever, is one of a handful of players to have played at least one full NBA season and made only one 3 www.nytimes.com/athletic/703...
NBA Hall of Famers. A Splash Father. And three guys traded at the deadline last week. Inside the single 3-pointer club www.nytimes.com/athletic/703...
NBA Hall of Famers. A Splash Father. Inside the single 3-pointer club
Two-time NBA champion Mychal Thompson only attempted 12 3-pointers his entire career. He made one. His son Klay has made 2,836 and counting.
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February 11, 2026 at 3:01 PM
NBA Hall of Famers. A Splash Father. And three guys traded at the deadline last week. Inside the single 3-pointer club www.nytimes.com/athletic/703...
Luka Dončić, Dirk Nowitzki-backed group to buy Italian team with NBA Europe hopes. Story with @samamick.bsky.social @mikevorkunov.bsky.social @danwoikesports.bsky.social
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Luka Dončić, Dirk Nowitzki-backed group to buy Italian team with NBA Europe hopes: Sources
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February 11, 2026 at 4:46 AM
Luka Dončić, Dirk Nowitzki-backed group to buy Italian team with NBA Europe hopes. Story with @samamick.bsky.social @mikevorkunov.bsky.social @danwoikesports.bsky.social
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The deadline buzzer has sounded. Who won? How about Bucks, Wizards, and Cavs, for a start. My annual thoughts on everything that happened during the NBA’s trade window www.nytimes.com/athletic/702...
2026 NBA trade deadline winners and losers: Bucks, Cavs, Wizards top list
It was a chaotic deadline, especially at the end, with former All-Stars switching teams and two of the biggest names staying put.
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February 5, 2026 at 9:48 PM
The deadline buzzer has sounded. Who won? How about Bucks, Wizards, and Cavs, for a start. My annual thoughts on everything that happened during the NBA’s trade window www.nytimes.com/athletic/702...
Why did the Cavs trade Darius Garland for James Harden? My friend @jasonlloyd.bsky.social and I dive into injuries, size, Donovan Mitchell, and the potential for a wild roster reset www.nytimes.com/athletic/702...
Inside the Cavs' bold decision to swap Darius Garland for James Harden
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February 4, 2026 at 1:59 PM
Why did the Cavs trade Darius Garland for James Harden? My friend @jasonlloyd.bsky.social and I dive into injuries, size, Donovan Mitchell, and the potential for a wild roster reset www.nytimes.com/athletic/702...
One day after Lakers star Luka Dončić narrowly avoids serious injury, NBA and Cavs agree to look for solutions to Cleveland’s unique, potentially dangerous court design, with @danwoikesports.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/700...
Cavaliers, NBA to discuss changes to unusual raised court after Luka Dončić’s injury
The raised floor in the Cavaliers' arena has long been an oddity — and potential hazard — in the NBA.
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January 30, 2026 at 3:03 AM
One day after Lakers star Luka Dončić narrowly avoids serious injury, NBA and Cavs agree to look for solutions to Cleveland’s unique, potentially dangerous court design, with @danwoikesports.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/700...
NEWS: Cavs, NBA to discuss court changes in Cleveland after Luka narrowly avoids injury. Story with @danwoikesports.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/700...
Cavaliers, NBA to discuss changes to unusual raised court after Luka Dončić’s injury
The raised floor in the Cavaliers' arena has long been an oddity — and potential hazard — in the NBA.
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January 30, 2026 at 3:00 AM
NEWS: Cavs, NBA to discuss court changes in Cleveland after Luka narrowly avoids injury. Story with @danwoikesports.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/700...
NBA Europe wants a billion dollars (more, actually) from its London team. The number prices out the London Lions, but there is plenty of room among 9 million people for two teams, if interest goes up, @TheAthleticNBA www.nytimes.com/athletic/700...
Basketball isn’t a priority in London. The NBA believes it can change that
The British government has historically funded almost any sport — including lawn tennis — more than basketball. But that is changing.
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January 28, 2026 at 9:00 PM
NBA Europe wants a billion dollars (more, actually) from its London team. The number prices out the London Lions, but there is plenty of room among 9 million people for two teams, if interest goes up, @TheAthleticNBA www.nytimes.com/athletic/700...
I spent a week in London, speaking privately with Adam Silver, heads of city and state, deep-pocketed investors, and the London Lions. Here is what NBA Europe wants — and doesn’t want — for foggy Londontown
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Basketball isn’t a priority in London. The NBA believes it can change that
The British government has historically funded almost any sport — including lawn tennis — more than basketball. But that is changing.
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January 28, 2026 at 1:36 PM
I spent a week in London, speaking privately with Adam Silver, heads of city and state, deep-pocketed investors, and the London Lions. Here is what NBA Europe wants — and doesn’t want — for foggy Londontown
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Clippers, team president of basketball ops Lawrence Frank reach agreement on multiyear extension, with @samamick.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/700...
Resurgent Clippers give executive Lawrence Frank multiyear contract extension: Sources
The Clippers began the season 6-21, but are 15-3 in their last 18 games and have climbed into playoff contention.
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January 27, 2026 at 10:50 PM
Clippers, team president of basketball ops Lawrence Frank reach agreement on multiyear extension, with @samamick.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/700...
New: Pau Gasol could have key role in NBA Europe, as well as Saudi PIF. Adam Silver’s league is taking shape
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Pau Gasol could have large role as vision for NBA Europe takes shape
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January 19, 2026 at 7:26 PM
New: Pau Gasol could have key role in NBA Europe, as well as Saudi PIF. Adam Silver’s league is taking shape
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NBA commissioner Adam Silver suggests the sovereign wealth funds that invest in NBA Europe could lead to rule change in U.S. www.nytimes.com/athletic/697...
Possible sovereign wealth investment in NBA Europe could change U.S. rules
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January 17, 2026 at 8:05 PM
NBA commissioner Adam Silver suggests the sovereign wealth funds that invest in NBA Europe could lead to rule change in U.S. www.nytimes.com/athletic/697...
After what Adam Silver said about Alba Berlin, it’s clear the German team is a frontrunner to be a part of NBA Europe. Here’s how Alba got to that point, @theathletic.com www.nytimes.com/athletic/697...
Why Alba Berlin is a frontrunner for the NBA’s new European league
Alba Berlin is Germany's most successful basketball team with a youth program that has produced more than 70 pros across the US and Europe.
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January 17, 2026 at 11:13 AM
After what Adam Silver said about Alba Berlin, it’s clear the German team is a frontrunner to be a part of NBA Europe. Here’s how Alba got to that point, @theathletic.com www.nytimes.com/athletic/697...
What’s it like to eat at arguably Berlin’s finest restaurant, with the Orlando Magic, while the Pinot flows (at my table) and a soft, heavy snow blankets the streets outside?
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Franz and Moe Wagner, proud products of Berlin, show off hometown to Magic teammates
Paolo Banchero and others braved a snowstorm after a late arrival to show support for the brothers.
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January 14, 2026 at 3:50 PM
What’s it like to eat at arguably Berlin’s finest restaurant, with the Orlando Magic, while the Pinot flows (at my table) and a soft, heavy snow blankets the streets outside?
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The Orlando Magic Wagner brothers hoped to entertain teammates at one of Berlin’s finest restaurants, and I got to tag along. The dinner almost didn’t happen, which made the meal they shared even more special for Franz and Moe
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Wagner brothers, proud products of Berlin, offer Magic teammates a taste of home
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January 14, 2026 at 1:06 PM
The Orlando Magic Wagner brothers hoped to entertain teammates at one of Berlin’s finest restaurants, and I got to tag along. The dinner almost didn’t happen, which made the meal they shared even more special for Franz and Moe
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Here in Berlin, one NBA star about to be traded, and another who is a local hero, both could return from injury Thursday. On the prospects of Ja Morant and Franz Wagner playing — under vastly different circumstances
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Grizzlies say 'chance' Ja Morant plays in Berlin amid NBA trade speculation
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January 13, 2026 at 3:02 PM
Here in Berlin, one NBA star about to be traded, and another who is a local hero, both could return from injury Thursday. On the prospects of Ja Morant and Franz Wagner playing — under vastly different circumstances
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‘Lay it up, Don.’ If the Cavs are going to be a bad rebounding team, then they can’t do the other stuff they did in a narrow, brutal Christmas loss www.nytimes.com/athletic/691...
Cavaliers' brutal Christmas loss reveals team flaw, slim margin for error
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December 25, 2025 at 10:41 PM
‘Lay it up, Don.’ If the Cavs are going to be a bad rebounding team, then they can’t do the other stuff they did in a narrow, brutal Christmas loss www.nytimes.com/athletic/691...
Cleveland’s Kenny Atkinson is not on the hot seat admits the Cavs’ poor start. The organization is ‘upset’ to be sure, but is viewing what’s gone wrong through a wide-angle lens www.nytimes.com/athletic/691...
What I'm hearing about struggling Cavs: Kenny Atkinson's job security, trade deadline
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December 23, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Cleveland’s Kenny Atkinson is not on the hot seat admits the Cavs’ poor start. The organization is ‘upset’ to be sure, but is viewing what’s gone wrong through a wide-angle lens www.nytimes.com/athletic/691...
Can the Miami Heat trade Terry Rozier? No clarity from NBA on ‘unprecedented’ dilemma, Silver says www.nytimes.com/athletic/689...
Miami Heat in limbo with Terry Rozier charged in illegal gambling case
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December 17, 2025 at 4:23 AM
Can the Miami Heat trade Terry Rozier? No clarity from NBA on ‘unprecedented’ dilemma, Silver says www.nytimes.com/athletic/689...